Director Of Accounting
Company: Saxum Real Estate
Location: Summit
Posted on: April 30, 2024
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Job Description:
Saxum Real Estate, a diversified real estate investment and
development firm with a national footprint and a portfolio in
excess of $2B in capitalization, is seeking a seasoned, highly
motivated and hands on real estate professional to serve as the
Director of Accounting & Operations reporting to senior management.
You will be a vital leader of our accounting and operations team
and will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations,
reporting and back office support for our diverse portfolio of real
estate investments and funds. Your strategic leadership will
contribute to the growth and success of our investment initiatives,
providing you with a unique opportunity to make a significant
impact in the world of real estate finance and development. The
ideal candidate must be a process driven self-starter with an
intense entrepreneurial spirit, excellent quantitative and
communication skills, proven leadership skills, a relentless
attention to detail, and an all-encompassing passion for real
estate. ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES This position will involve a
combination of both strategic and tactical responsibilities in the
firm's accounting, operations, and human capital management
functions Oversee accounting and operations team to drive overall
company performance and revenues, reduce expenses, etc. Collaborate
closely with all company verticals - asset management, capital
markets, acquisitions, legal, development, construction, property
management, leasing and other departments to streamline processes
and optimize investment performance Accounting / Operational
Management: oversee the operating company's financial planning,
budgeting, cash management, fund distribution, and forecasting
activities Strategy: collaborate with senior leadership to improve
company processes, elevate operations strategy and provide valuable
insights to enhance efficiency, growth, and morale Oversee all
banking and treasury relationships and ensure compliance and
internal controls with accounting team. Manage guarantor financials
and liaison with lenders/third parties Assist Capital Markets &
Asset Management team with budgets & financial reporting Oversee
annual tax and audit process, liaising with external auditors and
ensuring compliance with regulatory standards Drive process
improvements and system enhancements to optimize accounting
operations and reporting accuracy Collaborate with legal team to
ensure investment structures and financial activities align with
regulatory requirements Manage Company's as well as investment
insurance (GL, Property, Umbrella, D&O/E&O) Mentor and lead
a team of accounting and operational professionals, fostering their
growth and development KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS Bachelor's
degree in Accounting is required Minimum 7 years+ of accounting
experience within a real estate company Knowledge of US GAAP Strong
understanding of fund structures, investment strategies, and
financial markets Significant skill set to spearhead all finance,
accounting and operational functions and the ability to create and
run processes and procedures Systems-oriented with deep knowledge
and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to work
with various accounting, property management and leasing database
systems Creative and innovative approach to solving problems and
resolving issues Exceptional written and verbal communication
skills with the ability to manage internal and external
relationships Proven leadership and relationship-building skills;
ability to engage and influence a range of stakeholders Excellent
judgment and commercial awareness Flexible, self-starter and able
to multitask; ability to work within an ambiguous, fast-paced
environment while driving toward solutions COMPENSATION
Compensation commensurate with experience and education level Full
competitive benefits package available This role requires presence
in office on a weekly basis, 3 days/week. Employment Type: Full
Time Years Experience: 10 - 15 years Salary: $01 Annual
Bonus/Commission: Yes
Keywords: Saxum Real Estate, Hicksville , Director Of Accounting, Executive , Summit, New York
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